Mini Ergonomic Carbide Turning Tools, 3-Piece Set

Shave costs with this 3-Piece Carbide Turning Tool Set. Each tool features a replaceable, rotatable cutter that eliminates the hassle and downtime of sharpening. Simply rotate the carbide cutter for a fresh, sharp edge, and replace it once all available edges have grown dull. The solid carbide cutting edges stay sharper, longer when compared to steel. The handles are turned from fine, solid ash, and are ergonomic with molded rubber that enhances your grip and reduces fatigue.

Diamond Carbide Mini Turning Tool is ideal for use as a parting tool, and for tight profiles. Overall length of the diamond cutter is 1-1/8''. Angle of diamond cutter is approximately 35 degrees. Square Carbide Mini Turning Tool is ideal for flat or convex areas on spindles and pen turnings. Square cutter is 3/8'' square. Round Carbide Mini Turning Tool is ideal for producing a smooth finish on curved, concave surfaces and for general turning applications. Diameter of the circular cutter is just under 1/2''.

WARNING: Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining wood products can expose you to wood dust, a substance known to the State of California to cause cancer. Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust mask or other safeguards for personal protection. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood.

I'm an avid amateur woodworker mostly creating small projects focused on scroll saw work. Although prior to now I have never once worked with a lathe I've long been curious about turning so I picked up an inexpensive lathe and began educating myself. I quickly decided that the learning curve and frequent sharpening required by traditional gouges made them undesirable for me and elected to purchase this set of carbide tools from Rockler. The photo included shows one half of the results of my very first project - two hot air balloon mobiles made for our brand new granddaughter and very first great grandson. I am more than delighted. The tools work beautifully and feel great. If I were to change anything at all about these tools it would be to make the overall length about an inch shorter. The reason for this is that I discovered that on the lathe I purchased, the tool length makes it difficult to work directly perpendicular to cut down an end piece for re-use on another project as the far end, adjusted all the way out, gets in the way a bit. It can be done, but if the tools were just an inch shorter it would be easier. I want to stress that this is a very minor thing and does not detract whatsoever from my opinion of these tools. I would absolutely purchase these tools again and recommend them without hesitation or reservation!

I have pondered a long time whether to purchase these mini tools or not.So glad that I did.The tools are so sharp and am able to do the little intricate cuts needed.I highly recommend anyone thinking about purchasing a set don't delay.The price is right and you will be glad that you made the choice to add to your lathe tools.

Love the rubber handles. I can do more precision cuts than I do with my Easy Wood full size even considering I can "choke up" on them.Carbide is very sharp and cut hard maple well.I only wish radius square and negative rake cutters were made for it.

I have been using these for about a month now and they work very well.I find the handles are very comfortable and easy to maneuver.Whether it be wood or acrylic they cut very well. I would recommend these especially if you have a mini or midi lathe.

Absolutely love these! They are the perfect size for my needs, small enough to turn pens, tops, stoppers, and other kits, but big enough for bowls, vases, and spindles. The carbide is razor sharp right out of the box and lasts a long time.

I bought these on sale and at that price they have to be the greatest value of anything I've bought from Rockler. "Feel" is a subjective thing, but these have fantastic feel. Sized as "mini" at 14" long, they're in a unique spot between pen-sized and mid-sized tools, so they really serve a purpose for me. And because they're so solid and have the big, tactile, rubber handle, I really look forward to using them when the size is what I need. I'd also say that if you're a beginner looking for a carbide starter set and these aren't too small, you really can't beat getting these on sale (<$130).

I’ve just completed my first turning of a bowl using the ergonomic carbide tools. They worked great like other turners stated they would. Comfortable rubber handle makes it easy to grip. The chips just seemed to fly off as I moved across the wood. Would definitely recommend them to anyone wanting to try carbide tools.

This is a recent purchase for a family member to use on their midi-lathe. I have watched them use the tools and have tried them myself. Excellent feel and result. Can not verify long-term reliability but completely happy with the purchase at this time.

The title says it all -- NO SHARPENING NEEDED! If you're like me, you like to do the work but not the maintenance. I've turned a bunch of pieces with these tools - Anything from intricate christmas ornaments to a full size baseball bat. They performed perfectly.

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need new tools. I have 4 lathes, 3 are metal and one wood. lately been using the metal for wood. use a router. these turnings are 2 in. bowls with tops 48 segments and usually no t thicker then 3/64". need new TOOLS!

need new tools. I have 4 lathes, 3 are metal and one wood. lately been using the metal for wood. use a router. these turnings are 2 in. bowls with tops 48 segments and usually no t thicker then 3/64". need new TOOLS!

BEST ANSWER:The description in the catalog says it will fit the mini carbide square or the pen carbide square and NOT the full sized one. I didn't want to change out all the time, so I just bought the complete handle and cutter combo. I already had the mini carbide set which I use most of the time

BEST ANSWER:The description in the catalog says it will fit the mini carbide square or the pen carbide square and NOT the full sized one. I didn't want to change out all the time, so I just bought the complete handle and cutter combo. I already had the mini carbide set which I use most of the time

BEST ANSWER:Yes you can easily sharpen them. I use a diamond dust sharpening plate. Take blade off tool turn upside down and rub in a circular motion . I'll do about 4 circles on the course then four on the fine. Keeps them nice and sharp.

BEST ANSWER:Yes you can easily sharpen them. I use a diamond dust sharpening plate. Take blade off tool turn upside down and rub in a circular motion . I'll do about 4 circles on the course then four on the fine. Keeps them nice and sharp.

BEST ANSWER:Lathe Chisels for turning. I use the round one for roughing wood, plastics, acrylics such as pen kits as well as making nice rounded cuts in the center or on the turnings instead of a V shape mark. The square one I use to smooth out straight items turning on the lathe makes a very nice smooth finish and straight line. The diamond shaped tool is used to do intricate cuts such as bands or rings or ornate designs on turnings.

BEST ANSWER:Lathe Chisels for turning. I use the round one for roughing wood, plastics, acrylics such as pen kits as well as making nice rounded cuts in the center or on the turnings instead of a V shape mark. The square one I use to smooth out straight items turning on the lathe makes a very nice smooth finish and straight line. The diamond shaped tool is used to do intricate cuts such as bands or rings or ornate designs on turnings.

BEST ANSWER:Each tool comes with a blade, at least when bought at the store and I don't think the on-line buy would be different. They are designed to rotate as well, so it should be some time before there's a need to buy replacement blades, if ever.

BEST ANSWER:Each tool comes with a blade, at least when bought at the store and I don't think the on-line buy would be different. They are designed to rotate as well, so it should be some time before there's a need to buy replacement blades, if ever.

You do get the blades with the tools. And from my perspective they are my use all the time tools, especially the round. Other than a standard parting tool and a couple of bowl scrapers, I depend on these.

BEST ANSWER:Not sure what “Tool” means to you so I’ll give all dimensions. The handles are all 9-3/8” to the end of the Ferrule. The shafts are all 3-7/8” and the 3 inserts stick out a bit past the shank, more so on the diamond point. So aprox 13-1/2” overall. I have lots of other name brand lathe tools but these have become my go to chisels lately. Hope that helps Kc

BEST ANSWER:Not sure what “Tool” means to you so I’ll give all dimensions. The handles are all 9-3/8” to the end of the Ferrule. The shafts are all 3-7/8” and the 3 inserts stick out a bit past the shank, more so on the diamond point. So aprox 13-1/2” overall. I have lots of other name brand lathe tools but these have become my go to chisels lately. Hope that helps Kc

BEST ANSWER:Sorry Dave, I have the same turning set but no way to measure the size of the tiny screws. My suggestion: remove a screw from one of the other chisels in the set and take it to your local big-box hardware or home center. Most of them have a card that can immediately measure the screw size. If you cannot find a replacement call customer service at Rockler. They are usually able to help.

BEST ANSWER:Sorry Dave, I have the same turning set but no way to measure the size of the tiny screws. My suggestion: remove a screw from one of the other chisels in the set and take it to your local big-box hardware or home center. Most of them have a card that can immediately measure the screw size. If you cannot find a replacement call customer service at Rockler. They are usually able to help.

BEST ANSWER:Square cutter is actually square with sharp corners. Square radius has very minor curve on all four edges, but also sharp corners. The radius blade is a little more forgiving if you happen to catch a corner when movinig the tool sideways along a workpiece.

BEST ANSWER:Square cutter is actually square with sharp corners. Square radius has very minor curve on all four edges, but also sharp corners. The radius blade is a little more forgiving if you happen to catch a corner when movinig the tool sideways along a workpiece.